1996 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
