1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1999 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 130 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
