2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 238 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | 100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| 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 | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
