1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 155 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
