1966 Riley Kestrel vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Riley Kestrel | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Riley | Toyota |
Model | Kestrel | Carina |
Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |