1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 90 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
