1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
