1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
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 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown 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 444 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1250 kg |
