1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 930 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 155 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1146 kg |
