2005 Kia Visto vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Kia Visto is newer by 14 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Visto | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Visto | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
