1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 378 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 155 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 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 | 1178 kg |
