1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Alfasud | 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
