2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
