2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accent | 159 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
