1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor 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 412 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
