1995 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | CRX | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
