1998 Honda Today vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Today | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |