1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
