1973 Rover 2000 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 20 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 4 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover 2000 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 2000 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
