1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Carina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |