1997 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
