1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 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 422 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
