1973 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 75 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 Cortina (91 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Cortina | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
