1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
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 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 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 393 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 155 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
