1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
