1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. 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 GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GTV | 100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
