1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S-MX | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |