1996 Rover 220 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 220 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
