1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 155 | GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
