1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1420 mm |