1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 306 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
