1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |