1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 155 | 930 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |