1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | 156 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
