1996 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 189 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 1996 AC Cobra 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 1996 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
