1997 Toyota MR2 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1997 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota MR2 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MR2 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
