1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 11 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 355 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 155 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
