1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. 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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | HR-V | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
