1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 190 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |