1957 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Rover P4 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P4 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |