1950 Rover P4 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 520 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, 1950 Rover P4 (150 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1950 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rover P4 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P4 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
