1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 607 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200, 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, 1993 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | 500 | 200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |