1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Rocky | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
