1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Rover 100 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Fiesta | 100 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |