2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 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 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Seicento | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
