2012 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2012 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
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2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 159 | Getz |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1615 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |