1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
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 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit 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 321 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 155 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1175 kg |
