1973 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 105 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 Ford Capri (91 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Capri | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
