1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | GT | 200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |