1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Astro | 159 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |