1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 155 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
