1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 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 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
