1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 107 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 450 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 107. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 107. (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2010 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Carina | 107 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
