1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulia | P4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
