1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 403 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Volkswagen Golf | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Golf | 155 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1084 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
