1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 95 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
