2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Sera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
