2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 14 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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 GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GT | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
