1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. 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 Toyota Avensis (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
