1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 22 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 2000 | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |