2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
