1993 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 200 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
