1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 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 379 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 155 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1250 kg |
