1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 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 321 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 409 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 155 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1814 mm |
