2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
