1964 Porsche 904 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 904 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
