1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 155 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
