1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Carina 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 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (189 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Carina | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Carina | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
