1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada 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 424 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
