1998 Rover Mini vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, both 1998 Rover Mini and 1998 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Rover Mini. (62 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1998 Rover Mini. 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 200 (127 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover Mini. (94 Nm). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover Mini | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | Mini | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
