2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 158 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza. 2001 Seat Ibiza has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Ibiza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
