2003 Seat Altea vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 695 kg more than 1994 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Altea | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Altea | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
