2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 159 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |