1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Barchetta | 200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |