1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 20 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 396 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 343 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1383 kg |
