1996 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 16 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 41 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover 200 (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 200 | iQ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |