1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfetta | Carina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |