1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 155 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1570 kg |
