1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1987 Saab 900
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 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 155 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
