1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 500 | 200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |