1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 510 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 has manual transmission. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 155 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
