1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
