1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 155 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
