1985 Toyota Crown vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1985 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Crown | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Crown | 146 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
