2001 Audi A2 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A2 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
