1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 37 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 740 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 500 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
