1996 Mini MK VI vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mini MK VI | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | MK VI | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
