1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
