1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | GT | P4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |