2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 159 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
