2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Kalina | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
