1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
