1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155, 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
