1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 1959 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 155 | P5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |