1995 Seat Ibiza vs. 1992 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1995 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
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 Seat Ibiza (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Ibiza | 1992 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ibiza | Nova |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
