1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 610 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
