1996 Fiat Armadillo vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Armadillo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Armadillo would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (200 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Armadillo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 1996 Fiat Armadillo has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Fiat Armadillo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Armadillo | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Armadillo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1589 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
