1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 130 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 1972 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 130 | Carina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |