2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 8 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 433 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Atos | 155 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
