1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 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 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 145 | 25 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |