1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Nuvola | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
