1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 28 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulietta | 200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
