1970 Italdesign Tapiro vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1974 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Italdesign Tapiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Italdesign Tapiro would be higher. At 2,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Italdesign Tapiro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro (217 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Italdesign Tapiro | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Italdesign | Toyota |
| Model | Tapiro | Carina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
