1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Carina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
