1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1996 Rover 200

To start off, both 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola and 1996 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (143 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200.

Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 1996 Rover 200
Make Alfa Romeo Rover
Model Nuvola 200
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6750 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2510 mm


 

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