1994 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1994 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | Ibiza | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
