1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Tempra | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Tempra | 200 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |