1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
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 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 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 455 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 155 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
