1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Because 1982 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Ford Mustang | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 159 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |