1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 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 360 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
| Model | 155 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
