1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 950 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage 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 | 1992 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 155 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1990 kg |
