1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 14 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 385 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 155 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 955 kg |
