1983 Toyota Celica vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Celica | 146 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1712 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
