1973 AC 428 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | 428 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
