1998 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
