2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
