1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 33 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
