2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 159 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
