2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |