1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria 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 | 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1640 kg |
