2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 147 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
