1994 Rover 400 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
