1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
