2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 156 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
