2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corolla | 156 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
