1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Barchetta | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |