1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 75 | P4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |