1978 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Autobianchi A 112 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | A 112 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
