1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 15 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
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, 2006 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tipo | 45 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| 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 | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
