1996 Rover 600 vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 600.
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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 600 | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
Make | Rover | Hyundai |
Model | 600 | Veloster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1399 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |