1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 700 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 90 | 100 1.4 D |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |