1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Alfasud | 200 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |