1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1950 Buick 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 155 | 40 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1640 kg |