1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (216 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record 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 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 155 | Record |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
