2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Coupe | 159 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
