2001 Toyota Allion vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion, 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, both vehicles can yield 149 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Allion | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Allion | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
