1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 1995 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1995 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 156 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
