1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 155 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 282 kg |
