1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | Carina |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |