2003 Seat Ibiza vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Ibiza | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
