1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 1997 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
