1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour 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 365 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 202 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1242 kg |
