2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 26 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 280 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, 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
