1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1997 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1997 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm). This means 1997 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1997 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 155 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
