1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (77 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | iQ |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |
