1996 Fiat Brava 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 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 107 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Brava | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
