1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GTA | 100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
