2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 451 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
