1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1966 BMW 1600
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 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 408 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1966 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
