1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 220 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX 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 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
