1947 Austin 16 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 16 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
