1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfetta | Carina |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |