1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 126 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Demio | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
