1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 174 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GTV | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
