1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica 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 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
