1999 Toyota Celica vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Celica | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Celica | 146 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
