2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1150 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
