2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
Model | 156 | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |