1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Carina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | Carina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 139 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |