2001 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 393 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Acura | Seat |
Model | NSX | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |