1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
