1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 306 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 155 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
