1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 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 406 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 912 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 155 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
