1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 35 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 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 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, 1955 Rover P4 (150 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 75 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
