1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 595 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 348 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
