2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 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 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 166 | 200 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 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 | 1615 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |