1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 16 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Sandero weights approximately 11 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Ibiza | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
