2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 11 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1.
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, 2007 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C1 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
