1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 40 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX 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 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
