1968 Ford 17 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford 17 (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | 17 | 100 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |