1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 146 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
