1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
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 | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |