1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1974 Austin 1800
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 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 78 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1974 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
