1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1195 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4477 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
