2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |