2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 344 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 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 2010 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | Ibiza | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
