1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 7 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 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 140 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 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 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
Model | 155 | 400 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |