1996 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veloster (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
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 400 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 2012 Hyundai Veloster has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Veloster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 400 | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4219 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
