1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. Both 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1995 Ford Scorpio are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 567 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
