2004 Toyota Allion vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Allion | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Allion | 146 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
