1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 110 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, 1976 Austin Maxi (105 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1976 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maxi | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
