1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (187 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
