1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
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 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 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 415 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 155 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
