1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 12 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 355 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 155 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1430 kg |
