2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 147 | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |