1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Rover 600
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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 240 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, 1995 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 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 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 145 | 600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |