2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1992 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 166 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
