1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 6 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 352 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1392 kg |
