2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 362 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Fusca |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |