2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 10 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 156 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
