2011 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 159 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
