1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 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 345 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 155 | Marea |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
