1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 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 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
