2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 147 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
