1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 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 419 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 155 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1020 kg |
