1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (261 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 155 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
