1992 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru SVX. 1992 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Subaru SVX | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
Model | SVX | 159 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |