1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 423 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 155 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
