1996 Rover 200 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1967 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Rover | TVR |
| Model | 200 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
