1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2601 mm |
