1996 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 84 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |