2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 6 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 147 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
