1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 303 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Forester 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 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 155 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1674 mm |
