1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 592 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1632 kg |
