1995 Lada Samara 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 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara.
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 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Samara | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
