1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Carina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
