1971 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (91 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1971 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Vauxhall Firenza | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Rover |
Model | Firenza | 75 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |