1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
Because 1969 Bizzarrini 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 Bizzarrini GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Carina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
