1952 Porsche 356 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Porsche 356 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 356 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
