1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
