2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 17 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea.
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, 2009 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Idea | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
