1995 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1995 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
