1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo, 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Carina | MiTo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
