1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado 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 359 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 155 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1090 kg |
