1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1995 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1995 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
