1996 Renault Spider vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 164 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Spider | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Spider | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |