1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
