1954 Ford Popular vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 135 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D (89 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Popular | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
