2004 Mini One vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Mini One.
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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza. 2001 Seat Ibiza has automatic transmission and 2004 Mini One has manual transmission. 2004 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Ibiza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | One | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
