1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Alfetta | P4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |