1978 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | 100 | 200 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |