1991 Rover 100 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 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, 2012 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1416 mm |
