1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulietta | 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
