1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
