1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Alfetta | 200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
