1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | 1600 | 100 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |