1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 16 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 201 kg more than 1994 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1994 Rover 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Giulietta | 100 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |