2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
