1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cavalier | 155 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
