2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 7 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Lanos | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
