2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 147 | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |