1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet 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 203 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Starlet | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Starlet | 159 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
