2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto.
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, 2004 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
