1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Alfasud | 400 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |