1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 9 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 155 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
