1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 155 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1120 kg |
