1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon 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 | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1575 kg |
