1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 600 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 600 | 200 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |