1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 1750 | 400 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |