1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulia | 400 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
