1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Rover 414i
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 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 414i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 11 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 414i (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 414i 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 414i | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 414i |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
