1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Venture |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |