2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
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 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
