1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | iQ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |