1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1958 Austin A 40
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 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 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 458 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1958 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 761 kg |
