1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 500 | 200 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2510 mm |