1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown 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 396 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 232 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1272 kg |
