2001 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 323 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
