1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1985 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1985 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
| Model | 155 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1620 kg |
