1958 Rover P5 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
Model | P5 | 146 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |