1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina 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 385 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 88 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 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cortina | 155 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
