1973 Rover 2000 vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. 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 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover 2000 | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 2000 | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
