1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo 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 378 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1345 kg |
