1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | V6 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
