1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Rover 416i
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1995 Rover 416i were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Rover 416i. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 416i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 299 kg more than 1995 Rover 416i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 416i. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 416i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Rover 416i | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GTV | 416i |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
