2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
