2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1998 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 147 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
