1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | GTV | P4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |