2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 166 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
