1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
