2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |