1999 Mazda 121 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 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. 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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 121 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
