1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 155 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 695 kg |
