1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 159 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |