1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
