1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Corolla | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
