1993 Rover 200 vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | Rover | AC |
| Model | 200 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
