1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Carina | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |