1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |