1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 405 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | A 112 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 928 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
