2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 218 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | GT | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |