1964 Rover P5 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Rover P5 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | P5 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
