1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Nuvola | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
