1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry. 2005 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Nuvola Camry
Year Released 1996 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 3297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 223 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm


 

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