1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1470 kg |
