1975 Sunbeam Rapier 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 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Sunbeam Rapier 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 Sunbeam Rapier. 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 (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Rapier | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Rapier | Carina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
