1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Ford Probe
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 and 1997 Ford Probe were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Probe.
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 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | Probe |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |