2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 147 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
