1998 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2012 Fiat Albea. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 75 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
