1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
