2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | MiTo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
