1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
