1996 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 175 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 200 | Fabia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |