1976 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1995 Rover 214.
Because 1976 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 214 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 214 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 214 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
