1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 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 461 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 610 kg |
