1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | 155 | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 935 kg |
