1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 213 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, 1977 Rover 2600 (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Rover 2600 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 | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
