1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 359 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1969 Abarth 1300 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |