1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 28 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | Plus 4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
