1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
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 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 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 360 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 155 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
