1997 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 382 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Ibiza | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
