1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Carina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |