1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 404 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Mangusta | Carina |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |