1994 Rover 200 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 200 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 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 | 2530 mm |
