2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1976 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GT 1976 Toyota Carina
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Carina
Year Released 2003 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2430 mm


 

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