1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 414i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 288 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Rover 414i (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 414i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | 414i |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
