1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 799 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
