1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 146 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
