2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
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, 1987 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |