1992 Rover 100 1.4 D vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 850 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | 1962 Rover P5 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 100 1.4 D | P5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |