1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1988 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt 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 361 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1988 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 155 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
