1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1996 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulietta | 200 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
