1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1957 Allard GT
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1957 Allard GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 155 | GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
