2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Because 1989 Toyota Supra 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 1989 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 159 | Supra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |