2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 146 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
