1996 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 384 kg more than 1984 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
