2002 MCC Crossblade vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 2002 MCC Crossblade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 2000 (106 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Crossblade | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | MCC | Rover |
| Model | Crossblade | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2640 mm |
