1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 152 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1192 kg |
