2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Seat | Venturi |
Model | Ibiza | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |