1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 427 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 155 | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1380 kg |