1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |