1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 110 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 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 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
