1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 12 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 146 | Prius |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |