1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang 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 | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1355 kg |
