1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 2600 | 100 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |