1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulietta | 100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
