1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Panda | 155 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
