1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 155 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1295 kg |
