1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 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 450 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
| Model | 155 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
