1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 235 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |