1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 6 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 375 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 155 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
