1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 155 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
