1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1992 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1992 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 155 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |