1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 545 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon 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 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
