2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
