2001 Rover 75 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (122 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
