2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | i10 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
