1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 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 407 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 155 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1215 kg |
