1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charger | 155 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
