2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 146 | RunX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |