1991 Rover 100 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 355 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 100 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
