2011 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, both 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2011 Fiat Fiorino were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 159 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
