1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
