1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Rover Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vitesse | 159 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
