1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 33 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
