1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 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 343 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 155 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
