1972 Rover 2000 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1972 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 1972 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 2000 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 2000 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
