1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 1979 Dodge Mirada 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 1979 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada 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 | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 155 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
