1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 155 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |