1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |