2010 Volvo S40 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 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 (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S40 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S40 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
