1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord 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 427 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Rekord weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 155 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1065 kg |
