2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Barchetta | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
