1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1971 Rover 2000 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 1971 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tempra | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
