1995 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1995 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
