1996 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 41 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Because 1996 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Supra | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Supra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
