1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1986 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1986 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
