1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
