1986 Toyota Tercel vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 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 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Tercel | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tercel | 147 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
