1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 8 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 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 155 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2604 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
