1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1978 Fiat 127
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 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 449 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1978 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 155 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 705 kg |
