2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 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 389 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 146 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
