2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1990 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1990 Venturi Coupe 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 1990 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
| Model | 156 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
