1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 18 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 312 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 593 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 155 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1633 kg |
