1996 Rover 220 vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 220 (210 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 220 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
