1966 Rover P5 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 860 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P5 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
