1963 Rover 2000 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 188 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover 2000 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 1963 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo, 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover 2000 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 2000 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2642 mm |
