1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
