2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 156 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
