2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ibiza | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
