1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada 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 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
