1996 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
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 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
