2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,746 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 34 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corolla | 146 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
