1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 and 1997 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (152 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Because 1997 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |