2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 159 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.8 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 | 1630 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
