1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
