2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C1 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
