1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 155 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1205 kg |
