1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 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 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
