1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |