1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 and 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 156 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |