1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Celica | 155 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
