1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1993 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
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 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1993 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 146 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
