1999 Alfa Romeo 146 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 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (171 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 146 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
