1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | GTV6 | P4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |