2003 Toyota Condor vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 457 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Condor | 146 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1175 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
