1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1360 kg |
