2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 35 kg more than 2012 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 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1290 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
