2009 Fiat Linea vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 620i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 620i would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Fiat Linea. 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, 2009 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Linea | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Linea | 620i |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
