2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Fiesta | 200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |