1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 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 359 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 549 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 155 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2113 mm |