1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1997 Rover 200

To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Coupe 1997 Rover 200
Make Fiat Rover
Model Coupe 200
Year Released 1965 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2277 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2510 mm