1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 205 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 Fiat Stilo, 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 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Carina | Stilo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 172 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |