2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 197 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
