1996 Kia Capital vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 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 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Capital | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
