1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1995 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GT | 600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2730 mm |
