1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 19 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 (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 90 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
