1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Carina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
