1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 15 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | 155 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
