1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 155 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1475 kg |
