1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mustang | 159 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
