1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 382 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace. 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Vivace | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
