1993 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Rover | Ascari |
| Model | 200 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2636 mm |
