1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1000 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
