2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GT | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
