2010 Subaru Outback vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Outback | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Outback | 155 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1750 mm |
