1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 156 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |