1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1999 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 885 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
