2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | MiTo | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
