1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 155 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1380 kg |
