2004 Rover 45 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 45 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
