1991 Rover 100 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 100 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
