2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1991 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1991 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
