1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 378 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
