1995 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | Ibiza | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1867 mm |