1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 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 293 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 155 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
