1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1994 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 850 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1040 kg |
