1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Autobianchi A 112 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, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D (89 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm). This means 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Rover |
| Model | A 112 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 928 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
