1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Duna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
