1951 Austin A vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A | 200 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
