2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GTV | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
