1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 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 33 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
