1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
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 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 390 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 155 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
