1960 Toyota Crown vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown 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 444 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Toyota Crown | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Crown | 155 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
