1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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 366 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 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 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 155 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1550 kg |
