1999 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 3 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 AC Cobra 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 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
