1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 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 380 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1090 kg |
