1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
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 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 895 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 155 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
