1996 Italdesign Formula 4 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, both 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 and 1996 Toyota Carina were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 (147 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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 Italdesign Formula 4 (187 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm). This means 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Italdesign | Toyota |
| Model | Formula 4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
