2008 Rover 75 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 75 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
