2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
