1971 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi 100 | 1996 Rover 220 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | 100 | 220 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |