1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 5 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 338 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 155 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1495 kg |
