1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 480 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 Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra 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 Supra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Supra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |