1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1957 Rover P4 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 145 | P4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |