1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 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 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 146 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
