1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 535 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, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown 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 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Crown |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |