1996 Mazda Midge 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 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Midge (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 118 kg more than 1996 Mazda Midge.
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 (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Midge | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Midge | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
