2002 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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, 2002 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
