1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1976 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1976 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | 155 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 980 kg |
