1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 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 246 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
