2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 10 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 270 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 206 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
