1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 356 | Carina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |