2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
