1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 247 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Duna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
