1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 155 | 180 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1290 kg |
