1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |