1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 155 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
