1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 124 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. 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 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 124 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
