2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 146 | Aygo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 169 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |