1957 Austin A135 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1210 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A135 | 100 1.4 D |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |