1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
