1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Prius weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Prius |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |