1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Ibiza | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Ibiza | 118 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
