2001 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2489 mm |
