1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 545 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 155 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1585 kg |
