1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 147 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
