1995 Rover 200 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 66 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 200 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
