1996 Rover 220 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Rover | Smart |
| Model | 220 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |
