1988 Toyota Camry vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Camry | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Camry | 146 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1830 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
