1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 195 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
