2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
