2001 Audi A2 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 180 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, 1997 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A2 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
