1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
