1994 Renault Twingo 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 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Twingo | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Twingo | 155 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
