1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Coupe | 400 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |