1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 2,499 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 368 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 155 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
