1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 155 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
