1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
