1954 Rover P4 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | P4 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
