2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 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 | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |