1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 112 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
