1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
