1955 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1981 Toyota Carina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bugatti Type 101 would be higher. At 3,257 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1981 Toyota Carina has automatic transmission and 1955 Bugatti Type 101 has manual transmission. 1955 Bugatti Type 101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Carina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bugatti Type 101 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
Model | Type 101 | Carina |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3257 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 965 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |