1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D 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 475 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | 155 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 480 kg |
