1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 155 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
