1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 905 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 155 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
