2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 13 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 156 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
