2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 156 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
