1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 556 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
