1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Alfa 6 | P4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |