1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Alfetta | 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
