1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
