1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick 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 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
