2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1996 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Seat | Westfield |
| Model | Ibiza | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
