1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
