1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 16 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 861 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |
