1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Carina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 124 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 1973 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 124 | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Carina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |