1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 8 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
