1994 Dodge Stratus vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Stratus | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stratus | 156 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
