2001 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
