1996 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi 400 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Venturi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 400 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
