1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
