1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. 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 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Tipo | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Tipo | 400 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |