1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Carina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |