1996 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra 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 355 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | 155 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
