1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 124 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
