1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
