1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 3 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
