1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
