1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
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 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 391 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 155 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1125 kg |
