2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1347 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
