1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 930. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 155 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
