1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 505 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Avanti | Rover |
| Model | Avanti | 200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
