1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |