1970 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. 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, 1970 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
