1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200, 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 90 | 200 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |