1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 586 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.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100, 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1113 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
