1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1500 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
