2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 529 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Pontiac Firebird 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 1980 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Seat | Pontiac |
| Model | Ibiza | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
