1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 133 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 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 133 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
