1996 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 400 | GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
