1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1992 Renault 19 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 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 155 | 19 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 64.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |