1992 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corolla | 159 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
