1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
