1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 132 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
