1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (124 Nm). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
