1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Barchetta | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
