1999 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | 155 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
