1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 170 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 1750 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
