1993 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 303 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 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1343 kg |
