2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage

To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage
Make Alfa Romeo Aston Martin
Model 156 Vantage
Year Released 2002 1998
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2385 cc 5341 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 600 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 814 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 8.2:1
Top Speed 212 km/hour 322 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1970 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 102 L


 

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